Pet Boarding in Hillsboro, IL
Pricing
Boarding Fees
- Standard Boarding in Suite: $33
- Deluxe Boarding in Suite: $50
- Additional fees incurred during holidays.
Drop Off & Pick Up Hours
Monday–Friday: 8am – 5pm
Saturday: 8am – Noon
Sunday: CLOSED (No pick-ups on Sunday, but pets are cared for daily)
Our Suites
Dog Boarding.
All runs are equipped with a double dinner table, central heating, and air conditioning. For safety purposes, we do not allow dogs to come in contact with one another—each dog is kept in its own individual run. Dogs from the same household may request to be housed together. Dogs are let out into our fenced-in area to go to the bathroom at least three times a day. We encourage our dog parents to bring their pet’s food and toys to make the stay as comfortable as possible. We take great pride in keeping our boarding kennel top-notch. Each individual run is cleaned and sanitized daily to ensure cleanliness and disease control.
Cat Boarding.
All cat condos are equipped with litter boxes, food dishes, central heating, and air conditioning. Each cat has its own individual accommodations. For safety purposes, we do not allow cats to come in contact with one another. We encourage our pet parents to bring their cat’s food, toys, and bedding to make the stay as comfortable as possible.
Additional Services for Pet Boarding in Taylorville, IL:
To better serve our clients, we do offer additional services while your pet is boarding.
🐾 Deluxe Boarding Package
Give your pet the VIP treatment!
Our Deluxe Package includes:
- One-on-one 15-minute playtime with a team member
- A tasty treat after play
- A daily photo or video update sent directly to you 📸
Your pet will enjoy attention, enrichment, and a little something extra each day! 🌟
🛁 Spa Bath Experience
Make their stay even more luxurious with our signature spa bath.
Each bath includes:
- Gentle cleansing with pet-safe shampoo
- Optional blueberry facial for a refreshing glow 💙
- A stylish bow or bandana to complete the look 🎀
Pricing is based on your dog’s size. Be sure to check out our Bath Menu for full details!
📋 Boarding Requirements
To keep all our guests safe and comfortable:
Dogs must be current on:
- Rabies
- DHLP
- Bordetella
Cats must be current on:
- Rabies
- FVRCP
We are a flea-free facility. Pets found with fleas will be treated at the owner's expense.
All owners are required to pay for rabies tags from their county* These rates are subject to change at any given time without notice The boarding admission form can be found on the “forms” page If you were wondering…
In case an emergency situation arises, Hillsboro Advanced Veterinary Care will treat the animal at the owner’s expense. If a pet owner neglects to pick up their pet within two business days of the specified release date and no notification is given of an extended stay, we may assume that the pet is abandoned and we are hereby authorized to make decisions regarding treatment or placement of the pet.
Frequently Asked Questions – Pet Boarding in Hillsboro, IL
I have never boarded my pet before, how should I prepare?
When your pet is kept in a different atmosphere than what they are used to they tend to feel uncomfortable, so there are ways to help your pet to adjust faster when they arrive. Our facility has routine scheduling for all the feeding, cleaning, and exercising. To prepare for your pet’s visit, start a few days in advance with a schedule routine feeding twice per day (first thing in the morning and later in the afternoon) since that is how we schedule our mealtimes at the facility. Also, every evening we quiet down the kennels after 5 p.m. (closing time) to give our pet guests time to rest and get comfy for the night, so “winding down” by 8 p.m. or 9 p.m. before their stay will help them adjust. It’s highly recommended that your schedule a few days before boarding is consistent and stable to prep your pet’s stay with Hillsboro. Your pet will soon adjust to our boarding facility, our staff, and our routines.
Can my pet board for a long period of time?
At our facility, boarding is indefinite. If your pet is staying over 30 days, we must have a credit card on file to be charged for when those 30 days are up and every 30 days after that.
Why does my pet have a certain odor when I pick him up after being kenneled?
At Hillsboro, we thoroughly clean our kennels as often as they need it. Although, when animals are kept in closed quarters, a dog’s/cat’s natural odor may become more noticeable. We recommend scheduling a bath or grooming appointment for your furry friends before they are picked up. At our facility, we can give baths Monday-Saturday.
Can all my pets stay together in the same run?
We can allow pets with the same owners to stay together in the same run, as space allows. If you want them in separate runs, we like to still put them in the runs, side by side so they are familiar to their furry neighbor. The price for pets to be in the same runs or not does not change.
Do the kennels have heating and cooling?
Our facility is air-conditioned during the summer and heated in the winter to make our guests feel as comfortable as possible. The indoor/outdoor runs, which have the doggy doors, are opened during the day for your pets to have free access to the sunshine. We close all the doggy doors at night so they can get their rest or whenever it is harsh weather.
Are we allowed to bring our pet’s bedding and/or toys?
You're welcome to bring one or two toys for your pet's stay, but please note that bedding and blankets from home are not allowed. If you choose to bring toys, be sure to label them clearly with your last name using a permanent marker. While we do our best to return all items, occasionally something may get misplaced during playtime. If you prefer not to bring toys, we have plenty here to keep your pet entertained throughout their visit.
Can I bring my pet’s food?
Yes! We highly recommend that you bring your pet’s food (especially if they are on a special diet) because pets can have a sensitive digestive system when there is a sudden change to their diet, which leads to loose stool and discomfort. However, if you do not want to bring your own food or you forget we keep food on stock and there is a flat $10 fee, regardless of the length of the stay. Also, feel free to bring treats.
What if my pet requires medication to be administered?
Our staff is well equipped to administer any kind of medication (oral and injectable) to all patients. Please provide us with a schedule for when the medications are to be given and any tips or tricks you may use for administration to make it as stress-free as possible for both your pet and our staff. There is a $15 medication administration fee that is a flat fee, regardless of the length of the stay.
Why we charge for Sundays?
Our facility is closed on Sundays and we do not offer pick-ups that day. Pets staying through Sunday receive full care (morning and late-afternoon outdoor time, feedings, and kennel cleaning). Standard boarding charges apply for Sunday, with check-out available on Monday during business hours.
